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Industrial Cook

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$25.50/hr

... weekend (Sat, Sun, Mon) off. Want to make an impact? The Industrial Cook is responsible for operating and maintaining computerized cooking kettles that manufacture starch gelatin products. Ways you ...

... weekend (Sat, Sun, Mon) off) Want to make an impact? The Industrial Cook is responsible for operating and maintaining computerized cooking kettles that manufacture starch gelatin products. Ways you ...

Use the correct amount of soap, detergent, water, bleach, starch, and other additives. * Remove ... Available to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform ... Perform starch dumping activities using the correct starch and ensure bag fragments or knives do ...

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Nashville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform ... Perform starch dumping activities using the correct starch and prevent bag fragments or knives from ...

Material Handler- 1st Shift

Nashville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform ... Perform starch dumping activities using the correct starch and prevent bag fragments or knives from ...

Material Handler- 3rd Shift

Nashville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform ... Perform starch dumping activities using the correct starch and prevent bag fragments or knives from ...

Mixes and adds detergents, dyes, bleach, starch and other solutions and chemicals to clean, color ... Variable work schedule with nights and weekends required. Travel: Less than 10% travel required.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate. Preferred ... protein, vegetables, starch, and dessert. * Identify any potential allergies and dietary ...

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Industrial Cook

Industrial Cook

Ferrara

Bellwood, IL • On-site

$25.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Ferrara Candy rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 383 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Work Location: Bellwood
Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.
This is a day shift position, hours are 4am-4:30pm. 2 days on, 2 days off, every other weekend (Sat, Sun, Mon) off.
Want to make an impact?
The Industrial Cook is responsible for operating and maintaining computerized cooking kettles that manufacture starch gelatin products.
Ways you will make a difference
  • Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of products to cook
  • Lead machine set up and changeover for production runs
  • Follow work instructions, standards and SOP's for equipment set up and changeover
  • Identify and resolve issues during set up and changeover
  • Identify ingredients and equipment needed for each production run; set product information into touch screen panel, including but not limited to raw materials, pumps, gauges, valves and temperatures
  • Feed cooker with raw materials including but not limited to starch, liquid colored flavors, sugar, corn syrup and gelatin; cook mixed products
  • Conduct adjustments to controls to regulate temperature, amount of raw materials and other variables to ensure product quality exceeds established standards
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues with equipment at the entry maintenance mechanic level
  • Follow escalation protocol in a timely manner when troubleshooting efforts fail
  • Work closely with maintenance when escalation to maintenance support is needed for a mechanical issue
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards

Skills that will make you successful
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Basic understanding of equipment capabilities, standards and proper set points
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions
  • Promote teamwork; possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
  • Ability to solve problems by adjusting variables in standardized situations

Experiences that will support your success
  • Minimum of 1 year experience batch making and/or work as a cook in food manufacturing strongly preferred
  • Ability to pass certification test on pallet jack and fork lift
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Working Conditions - This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate.
  • Physical Requirements - Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.

What We Offer
At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation
$25.50 per hour
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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